Sr. Controls Systems Building Engineer - New York

Parity Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Equity incentive plan

Training allowance

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Parity Inc. is seeking a Sr. Controls System Building Engineer for the New York metro area. You will ensure client buildings integrate with the Parity platform, using HVAC automation and controls know‑how to deliver optimal energy performance.

You will collaborate with Sales, Operations and Product teams to quote, set‑up and optimize buildings, lead installation, and ensure high‑quality delivery while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Academic background in Engineering with focus on HVAC/building automation.
• 5-8 years experience in HVAC controls or related areas.
• Strong communication and ability to coordinate with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site assessments to develop project scopes, energy savings estimates, installation costs, and incentives.
• Provide technical support to sales during the sales process.
• Lead installation and setup from kickoff to commissioning, managing timelines and budgets.

Skills

HVAC controls

Building Automation

Engineering

Client coordination

Project leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

ABOUT US:

Buildings in our beautiful cities, where we live and work, are producing 40% of the CO2 going into our atmosphere contributing to global warming. We need to HEAT, VENTILATE, AIR CONDITION our buildings 24/7. Most of the energy consumed in a building is for our comfort and 50% of it is wasted!!! This is because buildings have little to no technology to control this.

Parity Inc. is a software as a service (SaaS) designed to reduce energy waste from buildings!! Using advanced algorithms, Parity is able to predict the amount of energy needed ahead of time to operate a building to meet its residents' demand and adapt the building's systems and machinery in real time. We save our customers and building operators:

1. Time by automating setpoint adjustments and through our mobile platform that provides early alerting services when problems occur
2. Money. Parity typically contractually guarantees the savings that we expect to deliver our customers. We provide quarterly and annual energy savings reports.
3. Emissions by providing sustained reductions in the carbon footprints of the buildings we work with.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a Sr. Controls System Building Engineer based in the New York metro area to join our team and help us to ensure that all client buildings are adapted to work successfully with the Parity platform.

Leveraging your background in Engineering and knowledge of HVAC automation/control systems, you will partner with our Sales & Operations teams to ensure that all buildings in our portfolio are quoted, set-up and optimized throughout their time with us. We are looking for someone hungry, eager to learn, and passionate about the energy and Cleantech space!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct on-site assessments of clients’ buildings to develop project scopes including estimated energy savings, installations costs, and utility incentives for Parity’s Optimizer service
• Provide technical support to the Parity sales team during the sales process.
• Lead the installation and setup phase of Parity’s service from kickoff to commissioning - managing timelines, budgets, subcontractors, and stakeholder communication to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Coordinate integration between Parity’s cloud platform and on-site controllers/devices; validate software-to-hardware communication in collaboration with Parity’s product team
• Serve as the technical lead during final system commissioning and sign-off—ensuring client expectations, program requirements, and Parity’s quality standards are met.
• Prepare and finalize all required design documentation, drawings, and close-out materials for each project.
• Act as a regional technical resource for live buildings—supporting Parity’s service delivery team with ongoing troubleshooting, optimization, and customer engagement
• Collaborate with Operations and Product teams to develop internal tools, improve workflows, and support clients throughout and beyond the installation process

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An academic background in Engineering, ideally with a focus or demonstrated interest in HVAC, building automation/controls, or mechanical/electrical engineering
• 5-8 years experience working in at least one of the following areas with a focus on HVAC controls:
• MEP Engineering
• Building Automation System Design
• Building Automation Installation/Commissioning
• Ability to travel regularly to client sites with NYC’s five boroughs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Self-starter with a growth mindset—eager to take on new responsibilities and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment
• Quick learner who can independently execute and improve on tasks after initial guidance
• Proactive about identifying inefficiencies, filling gaps, and optimizing internal processes
• Preference will be given to candidates with any of the following additional qualifications:
• Experience managing energy retrofit projects
• Experience managing controls projects
• Experience with controls commissioning
• Experience with Niagara Tridium products and applications

WHY JOIN US?

Join our organization in a key role during a period of tremendous growth and directly contribute to its future success. Contribute to a world-changing product that is working to make the world a better place through reduced CO2 emissions in multifamily buildings. Have the autonomy to learn and grow in a fast-moving, start-up environment.

OTHER GREAT STUFF:

Compensation and Benefits: Parity offers a highly competitive base salary + bonus as well as a comprehensive health benefit package - health is wealth!

Hybrid Work Environment: This is a hybrid position, with three mandatory in-office days per week. However, it will require time onsite at customer buildings.

Purpose and Impact: We hire top talent that cares about the social impact and vision, to help make urban living sustainable. It really makes a difference to work alongside a group of individuals who are all dedicated and passionate about creating positive change.

Training and development: Each employee has a training allowance that can be used however they like, as long as it supports their role or growth within the company.

Employee Options: Every single employee in the company has the opportunity to participate in our equity incentive plan.

Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Parity is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We are happy to consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms, or other accommodations, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Parity welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.